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Jubilee 2025
As Holy Doors close, cardinals emphasize God's arms are always open
Pope Leo XIV will solemnly conclude the Jubilee Year Jan. 6 at St. Peter's Basilica, but the holy doors at the other papal basilicas of Rome were closed over the last few...
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Vatican
Vatican's 2025: Year brings new pope, renewed focus on unity, peace
A look back on the past year.
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Pope Leo XIV
Open your hearts to baby Jesus and one another, pope says on Christmas
Pope Leo revived the tradition of popes celebrating a Christmas morning Mass before delivering his Christmas message and blessing "urbi et orbi" (to the city and the...
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Vatican
To turn away others is to turn away God, pope says on Christmas Eve
Celebrating the birth of Jesus, Pope Leo XIV said whenever people make room for the human person, they are making room for God.
"While a distorted economy leads us to...
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Priesthood
Pope thanks priests, encourages them to share responsibilities with laity
In an apostolic letter, Pope Leo XIV told priests that nothing can take the place of devoting time to personal prayer and the celebration of the sacraments and...
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Vatican
Curia must reflect 'new humanity,' founded on love, solidarity, pope says
Pope Leo XIV told the College of Cardinals and leaders of the Roman Curia that mission and communion must shape their service, calling them to witness fraternity...
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Reverend James Misko as Bishop of Tucson
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend James A. Misko, a priest of the Diocese of Austin, as the Bishop of Tucson. Father Misko currently serves as vicar general and...
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Vatican
Catholic actor finds Christmas joy in helping US charity
While visiting the Vatican, David Henrie highlights the joy of giving during Advent.
As "ambassador" for Cross Catholic Outreach, the Catholic actor and father of three...
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Monsignor Peter Bui as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend Monsignor Peter Dai Bui, as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix. Monsignor Bui is a priest of the Diocese of Phoenix and currently serves as...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Gerald Barbarito of the Diocese of Palm Beach; Appoints Reverend Manuel de Jesus Rodriguez as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Palm Beach, and has appointed Reverend Manuel...